The Life Skills Nobody Taught Us: Dr. Kimberly Vay

What if your emotions aren't the problem?? In this deeply personal episode of Mirror Mirror on the Mic, Malissa sits down with her own therapist, Dr. Kimberly Vay, to explore the life-changing principles of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) If you've ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, anger, shame, heartbreak, or simply the weight of being human, this conversation is for you. Together, they unpack some of the most powerful metaphors used by Dr. Vay: 🌊 Why you can never step into the same river twice 🎈 What happens when you keep trying to push your emotions down like a beach ball underwater 🐟 Why fish don't know they're in water and how we often normalize unhealthy environments without realizing it You'll learn why emotions aren't "good" or "bad," how emotional regulation actually works, and why so many of us spend years fighting feelings that are simply trying to give us information. Malissa also shares how DBT became one of the most important tools in her own healing journey, helping her navigate grief, divorce, uncertainty, and the everyday challenges of being human. Whether you're in therapy, considering therapy, or simply trying to understand yourself better, this episode offers practical wisdom, compassion, and hope. In This Episode: What DBT is and how it's different from CBT Why emotions are neutral The cost of emotional avoidance Mindfulness in everyday life Emotional regulation tools you can use immediately How to stop fighting your feelings and start listening to them Why healing isn't about becoming emotionless Connect with Malissa 📱 Follow along on Instagram: @mirrormirroronthemic 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of Mirror Mirror on the Mic ✨ Interested in coaching, speaking, or podcast guest opportunities? https://stan.store/MalissaConnorsCoaching or email me at [email protected]  #DBT #MentalHealth #Therapy #EmotionalRegulation #DivorceRecovery #HealingJourney #Mindfulness #SelfGrowth #MirrorMirrorOnTheMic #KimberlyVay #LifeAfterDivorce